Covenant Schools of Texas is a TEFA-ready virtual educational platform for Texas students in grades 6–12. Use your $10,474 TEFA award to access accredited instruction, personal coaching, AP courses, CTE certifications, and wrap-around support — all delivered online.
The Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) is a state scholarship program that provides eligible Texas families with up to $10,474 per year to pay for educational expenses outside of traditional public school.
TEFA funds can be used for tuition, curriculum, tutoring, educational technology, and more — at approved private education providers like Covenant's accredited local partners.
Visit EducationFreedom.Texas.govFour simple steps stand between your approved TEFA award and your student's first Covenant course.
Submit your TEFA application at EducationFreedom.Texas.gov during the annual application window. Any Texas student in grades K–12 who meets income or other eligibility criteria may apply.
Once approved, contact Covenant Schools of Texas to lock in your spot. We'll connect you with an accredited local partner institution and have everything ready before your award notification arrives.
Start Your Inquiry →The Texas Comptroller notifies approved families. With Covenant already selected through your local partner, you'll be ready to start the moment your funds are released.
Your TEFA account is funded. Direct your award to Covenant through your accredited local partner in the official state marketplace and begin the school year.
Both options are fully covered by your TEFA award. Covenant platform tuition is $0 out of pocket for eligible students.
Full accredited curriculum with certified instructors, personal Success Coach, and academic tutoring — all delivered virtually through Covenant's platform.
Everything in Option 1 — plus AP courses and CTE career pathway certifications preparing students for college admissions and high-demand industries.
One of the most comprehensive virtual education platforms in Texas — every service TEFA-eligible through our accredited local partners.
Accredited core subjects, electives, AP courses, and CTE career pathways — all delivered virtually through Covenant's platform.
Every student receives a personal Success Coach who provides weekly virtual check-ins, goal-setting, and accountability throughout the year.
12 AP courses and 360 CTE course hours across 4 career tracks — preparing students for college and high-demand industries before graduation.
Covenant operates through accredited local partner institutions in Texas — enabling TEFA scholarship eligibility for every enrolled student.
Tutoring, coaching, and local extracurricular connections — Covenant provides the full support system that at-risk and homeschool students need to thrive.
A faith-informed educational environment that respects family values and supports the whole student — academically, socially, and personally.
Covenant's virtual platform serves students across all of Texas — from major metro areas to rural communities — with no commute required.
All instruction, coaching, and support is delivered online. Students learn from home, a library, or anywhere with internet access.
Families apply at EducationFreedom.Texas.gov. Applications are reviewed by the Texas Comptroller's office.
Contact Covenant Schools of Texas to lock in your pathway through an accredited local partner. Don't wait for your award notification.
The Texas Comptroller notifies approved families. Families with Covenant already selected can move straight to enrollment.
Your TEFA account is funded. Direct your award to Covenant through the official state marketplace and begin the school year.
Additional funds released. Your student is earning academic credits and working toward career certifications.
The Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) is a state scholarship program that provides eligible Texas families with up to $10,474 per year to pay for educational expenses — including tuition, curriculum, tutoring, and more — at approved private education providers.
Covenant Schools of Texas operates as a virtual educational platform through accredited local partner institutions in Texas. These partner institutions are TEFA-eligible, enabling Covenant students to use their TEFA award for Covenant's platform services.
Texas students in grades K–12 who meet income eligibility criteria or other qualifying conditions (such as being a student with a disability, a foster child, or a military-connected student) may apply. Visit EducationFreedom.Texas.gov for the full eligibility requirements.
The TEFA award is up to $10,474 per student per year for the 2026–27 school year. Funds are distributed quarterly and can be used for approved educational expenses including Covenant's platform tuition.
Yes. TEFA is specifically designed to support families who choose alternatives to traditional public school, including homeschool families. Covenant's platform is an ideal fit — providing accredited curriculum, certified instruction, and wrap-around support while preserving your family's flexibility.
Covenant also offers self-pay enrollment and other scholarship options. Contact us to discuss the best pathway for your family regardless of TEFA eligibility.
The TEFA application window typically opens in February and closes in mid-March each year. Award notifications are sent in early April, and funds are released starting July 1. Check EducationFreedom.Texas.gov for the current year's dates.
After your TEFA application is approved, contact Covenant Schools of Texas directly. We will connect you with an accredited local partner institution and guide you through the provider selection process in the official state marketplace.
Don't wait for your award notification. Contact our team today — we'll connect you with an accredited local partner and have everything set up and ready the moment your TEFA funds arrive.
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